Barony

Barony, a roguelike with a 2015 release, doesn't push hardware like a modern AAA title. The data for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 combo shows a system with massive headroom, where the choice of resolution and settings dictates whether chasing triple-digit frame rates or prioritizing visual fidelity. The benchmark results indicate this pairing is never the bottleneck at 1080p, but it begins to show its limits at 4K Ultra.

Resolution Scaling

The measured FPS data clearly illustrates how resolution impacts performance. At 1920x1080 with High settings, the combo produces 215.7 FPS. Moving to 2560x1440 drops that to 137.9 FPS, a 36% reduction. The jump to 3840x2160 cuts the average further to 72.5 FPS, which is less than half the 1080p score. This pattern holds across all settings presets, but the scaling factor is most dramatic at the lower end.

At Low settings, the system delivers 342.1 FPS at 1080p, 213.7 FPS at 1440p, and 113.1 FPS at 4K. The gap between 1080p and 4K here is 229 FPS, showing that even when the GPU workload is light, the resolution demands still take a toll. For Ultra settings, the drop is from 157.2 FPS at 1080p to 101 FPS at 1440p, then down to 53.8 FPS at 4K.

These numbers suggest a balanced system. The CPU, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is strong enough to feed the GPU at lower resolutions. The limiting factor at 4K is clearly the GPU, as the frame rate collapses even on Medium settings. Conversely, at 1080p, the frame rates are so high that the game is likely bound by the CPU's single-thread performance or the game engine's draw call logic, not the graphics card.

How This Combo Ranks

The combination of the Ryzen 7 5700 and RTX 4060 ranks 965 out of 1702 tested combos in Barony. This places it in the lower-middle portion of the database, which is surprising given the high frame rates measured. The data suggests that Barony is not a demanding title, and many other, potentially older or more specialized combos, can achieve similar or higher scores.

This ranking is more a reflection of the game's low system requirements than a criticism of the hardware. The combo's raw power is better demonstrated in other benchmarks. The CPU itself sits in the 84th percentile among all processors, while the GPU is in the 66th percentile. The 965th place ranking indicates that for this specific game, the pairing's performance is not exceptional relative to the entire field, but it is far from inadequate.

Settings Recommendations

For a smooth experience, the data points to a clear sweet spot. At 2560x1440, the High preset delivers 137.9 FPS, which is well above the threshold for high-refresh-rate monitors. This is the recommended configuration for most users, as it provides a strong balance between visual quality and performance.

At 1920x1080, all presets are playable, but High at 215.7 FPS is the best choice for competitive play or for users with 144Hz or 240Hz displays. Moving to Ultra at 1080p drops the average to 157.2 FPS, still smooth, but the visual gain over High is often marginal in a roguelike with pixel-art aesthetics.

For 4K, the High preset at 72.5 FPS is the only viable option for consistent 60+ FPS gameplay. Medium at 81.9 FPS is also acceptable, but Low at 113.1 FPS sacrifices too much visual clarity for a frame rate that the display might not even support. The Ultra preset at 4K, with 53.8 FPS, should be avoided unless you prioritize maximum detail over smoothness.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete dataset offers a detailed view of performance across all tested configurations.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high. Low settings produce an average of 342.1 FPS. Medium settings reduce this to 256 FPS. High settings yield 215.7 FPS, and Ultra settings drop the average to 157.2 FPS. The scaling from Low to Ultra is a 54% reduction in performance.

At 2560x1440, the results remain impressive. Low settings deliver 213.7 FPS. Medium settings drop to 158.6 FPS. High settings produce 137.9 FPS, and Ultra settings hit 101 FPS. The jump from 1080p to 1440p costs roughly 35-40% of the frame rate at each preset level.

At 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck. Low settings achieve 113.1 FPS. Medium settings manage 81.9 FPS. High settings drop to 72.5 FPS, and Ultra settings fall to 53.8 FPS. This resolution shows the most significant performance penalty, with the Ultra preset falling below the 60 FPS threshold.

GPU Role

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 plays a central role in determining the frame rate at higher resolutions. Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 272.0 GB/s of bandwidth, is sufficient for Barony's textures and geometry. The GPU's boost clock of 2460 MHz helps maintain high throughput, but the data shows its limits are reached at 4K Ultra.

The GPU's benchmark scores, such as 19545 in Passmark G3D, place it in the 66th percentile of all GPUs. In this game, the GPU's architecture with 3072 shading units and 48 ROPs is more than enough for the 2D and simple 3D geometry typical of a roguelike. The RTX 4060's performance at 1080p and 1440p is so high that the CPU is likely the limiting factor, but at 4K, the GPU's raw fill rate and memory bandwidth are what cap the frame rates.

FAQ

Q: Can this combo run Barony at 4K with a high refresh rate monitor?

A: No. At 4K with High settings, the average FPS is 72.5. To get close to 100 FPS, you would need to use Low settings, which yields 113.1 FPS. The Ultra preset at 4K drops to 53.8 FPS.

Q: What is the best preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The High preset at 2560x1440 provides 137.9 FPS. This is a strong balance, as it is significantly faster than Ultra (101 FPS) while offering better visuals than Medium (158.6 FPS).

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 1080p?

A: At 1080p, the frame rates are so high (215.7 FPS on High) that the game is likely limited by the CPU's single-thread speed. The GPU is not stressed at this resolution.

Q: How much performance is lost when going from 1080p to 4K on High settings?

A: The average FPS drops from 215.7 at 1080p to 72.5 at 4K. This represents a 66% reduction in frame rate.

Q: What is the lowest FPS recorded for this combo?

A: The lowest average FPS measured is 53.8, which occurs at 3840x2160 resolution with Ultra settings.

Q: Does the 8 GB VRAM of the RTX 4060 cause any issues in Barony?

A: The data does not indicate any VRAM-related performance issues. The game's requirements are low enough that 8 GB is ample, even at 4K with Ultra settings.